Silim (en. Shadow)
/siˈlim/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A content that represents the dark part or form created under an object that obstructs light.
The shadow of the tree provides a cool spot underneath.
Ang silim ng puno ay nagbibigay ng malamig na lugar sa ilalim nito.
The image that envelops a person or object that is typically not illuminated.
In the shadow of night, objects become hard to recognize.
Sa silim ng gabi, ang mga bagay ay nagiging mahirap makilala.
A form or symbol of desire or change that may evoke fear or anxiety.
The shadow of her past continues to envelop her present.
Ang silim ng kanyang nakaraan ay patuloy na bumabalot sa kanyang kasalukuyan.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'sili', meaning 'light' or 'visible'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in the shadow of night
dark part of the night time
sa silim ng gabi
come out of the shadow
to become brighter or to progress from a difficult situation
lumabas sa silim
Related Words
light
Can be described as brightness or visible from darkness.
sili
Slang Meanings
Super happy or good vibes.
Wow, my life is so silim right now, I'm really happy!
Grabe, ang silim ng buhay ko ngayon, ang saya saya ko!
Favorite or close to the heart.
This music is so silim to me, it's beautiful!
Silim na silim sa akin ang music na 'to, ang ganda!
Chill or relaxed state.
I'm in silim mode now, I don't want to stress.
Nasa silim mode na ako, ayoko munang ma-stress.